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Baker Brace, Nzonzi Strike Lift Stoke to 3-0 Win at Oxford, Up to Second

A ruthless counter-attacking display underlines their form before leaders Coventry visit on Saturday.

Overview

  • Lewis Baker opened the scoring in the 10th minute and added a low finish three minutes into the second half.
  • Steven Nzonzi volleyed in from a Baker corner on 32 minutes for his first Stoke goal since May 2015.
  • Stoke attacked with pace on the break and secured a clean sheet despite early Oxford pressure.
  • The result was reported as Stoke’s first league win away at Oxford and only their second against Gary Rowett since his 2019 exit.
  • Stoke have eight goals in two games after following a 5-1 win at Bristol City with this victory.